1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 24 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) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Bora | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Bora | 968 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 500 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |