1995 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Maserati Indy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escort | Indy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
