2009 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 325 | Indy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |