1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 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 217 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 145 kg more than 1963 Rover P6. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 1963 Rover P6 | |
Make | Maserati | Rover |
Model | Bora | P6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |