2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 451 kg more than 1970 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 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1970 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac SRX | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | SRX | Indy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |