1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1974 Maserati Bora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 813 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Europa | Bora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
