1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 133 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Bora | Impreza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |