2009 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | Indy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4136 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
