2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Indy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |