1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indy | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
