2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Nitro | Indy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
