1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora 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 166 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Bora | Victor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |