2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 152 kg more than 1971 Maserati Indy.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1971 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Durango | Indy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
