1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 39 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 210 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 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Indy | RS5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
