1994 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 97 kg more than 1994 BMW 318. 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 318 | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 318 | Indy |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |