1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 34 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 201 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | Bora | Liana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
