2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Z4 | Indy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
