2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Indy. (289 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Lotec | Maserati |
| Model | C 1000 | Indy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
