1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora 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 208 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 573 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Bora | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |