1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa 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 217 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 147 kg more than 2011 Lancia Musa. 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 Lancia Musa, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Maserati | Lancia |
Model | Bora | Musa |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |