1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 217 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 223 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bora | 626 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |