2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 1721 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1973 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 | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Excursion | Indy |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
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 |