2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 643 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 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy. 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
| Model | Aviator | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
