1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 31 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 163 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
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) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bora | B2300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |