1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 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 156 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Aspen | Indy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
