1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bora | Chante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
