1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 40 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 378 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 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Indy | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |
