1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (222 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 101 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Bora | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Bora | Impreza |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |