1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 198 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Bora | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Bora | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |