1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep 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 108 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (198 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 202 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. 1998 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Maserati | Saab |
Model | Bora | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |