2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Indy. (367 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Coupe | Indy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
