2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 32 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Indy. (289 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1721 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.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 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 (576 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Excursion | Indy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1540 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 |
