2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 18 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | Indy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
