2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
| Model | Chiron | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1230 mm |
