1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 91 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 97 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bora | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |