1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 26 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 10 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Bora | 993 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |