1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1132 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
Model | Indy | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2891 mm |