2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 860 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Express | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2610 mm |
