1998 Ford Contour vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 131 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Maserati Indy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Contour | Indy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
