1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2004 Skoda Superb 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 158 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Superb weights approximately 12 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, 2004 Skoda Superb, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2004 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | Bora | Superb |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |