1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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 102 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna. 2010 Renault Laguna 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. 2010 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Bora | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
