2006 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 530 | Indy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |