1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 3 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 227 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 515 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bora | 616 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |