1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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 159 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (147 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bora | 6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
