2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Indy. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Excursion | Indy |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |