1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Bora | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |