1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 35 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. 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, 2007 Seat Leon, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Maserati | Seat |
Model | Bora | Leon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |