1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 34 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 172 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 112 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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bora | 6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |