2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 34 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 193 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 504 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam, 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Bantam | Indy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |