1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 23 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 214 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Bora | 306 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
