2001 BMW M vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 31 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M | Indy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
