1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Bora | Clio |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |