1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 13 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 191 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 528 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Bora | 205 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
