1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 Maserati Bora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 648 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Bora | 356 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |