1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore 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 156 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Bora | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
