1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 412 GT | Indy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1885 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 |