1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 30 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Indy. (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | Maranello | Indy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |