1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 23 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 233 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 133 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Bora | Megane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
