1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 39 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Bora | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |