1979 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 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. Both 1979 Maserati Quattroporte and 1968 Maserati Indy are equipped with a 4,136 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy. 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:
| 1979 Maserati Quattroporte | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Quattroporte | Indy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
