1974 Holden Torana vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Torana | Indy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
