1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 166 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 879 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Bora | Jetta |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |