1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Maserati Indy. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Express | Indy |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6505 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |