1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Camaro | Indy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |