1996 BMW 535 vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 24 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 535 | Indy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |