1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 27 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 158 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 127 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Maserati | Seat |
Model | Bora | Leon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |