1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 5 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 206 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 573 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-3. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bora | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |