1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 25 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 158 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Bora | Megane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
