1978 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | Indy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
