2007 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | Indy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
