2009 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 330 | Indy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |