2008 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 39 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, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M3 | Indy |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1655 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |