2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Maserati Indy

To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 712 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.

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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Durango 1973 Maserati Indy
Make Dodge Maserati
Model Durango Indy
Year Released 2005 1973
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4703 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 400 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2252 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2610 mm


 

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