1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 35 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Maserati | Rover |
Model | Bora | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |