1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 738 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
