1967 Audi Variant vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 355 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Variant | Bora |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
