1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 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 138 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 98 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Bora | 505 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |