1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 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 78 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 227 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bora | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |