1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1975 Maserati Bora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 480 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
Model | 100 | Bora |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |