1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
