1974 Maserati Indy vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Indy (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 TVR V8 S. (240 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR V8 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Indy weights approximately 502 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Maserati Indy | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | Indy | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
