1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 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 217 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626, 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Bora | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bora | 626 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |