1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Bora | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |