1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 37 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 188 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
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, 2008 Mazda 5, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bora | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
