1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 274 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
| Model | Indy | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3650 mm |
