1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Indy. (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Guara | Indy |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |