1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Indy. (289 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 400 | Indy |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |