2005 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 37 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 175 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.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Indy. (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S4 | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
