1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 93 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Indy | Impreza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |