1984 Ford GT vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1984 Ford GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford GT | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | GT | Indy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 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 | 1130 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |