1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Indy. (331 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 896 kg more than 1974 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. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1974 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1974 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1974 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Continental | Indy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
