2009 Audi TT vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | TT | Indy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
