2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 8 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy.
Because 1968 Maserati Indy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Malibu | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
