1974 Maserati Indy vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1999 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 25 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Indy. (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Indy weights approximately 306 kg more than 1999 Ascari Ecosse.
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 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Maserati | Ascari |
| Model | Indy | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1130 mm |
