1971 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 136 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 3 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
