1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 19 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 30 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | Bora | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |