1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 4 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 262 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 603 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Bora | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
