1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT is newer by 16 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 172 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 264 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Bora | XT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
