1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 575 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Copen, 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Maserati | Daihatsu |
Model | Bora | Copen |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
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 | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |