2002 BMW 760 vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Indy. (289 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Indy. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1972 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1972 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 760 | Indy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
