2007 Lexus GS vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS. 2007 Lexus GS 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. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Lexus | Maserati |
Model | GS | Indy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |