1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 165 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Bora | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bora | C |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |