2009 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 39 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 647 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | R8 | Indy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
