1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 38 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 120 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Indy | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |