2007 Maserati GT vs. 1973 Maserati Indy

To start off, 2007 Maserati GT 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, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy. 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Maserati GT 1973 Maserati Indy
Make Maserati Maserati
Model GT Indy
Year Released 2007 1973
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4244 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2610 mm


 

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