2005 BMW 745 vs. 1971 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1971 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Maserati Indy. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1971 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 745 | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
