1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Indy. (289 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Testarossa | Indy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
