2009 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 530 | Indy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |