1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy. 2009 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 2009 BMW 535 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Indy | 535 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |