1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 40 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) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Bora | A6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2912 mm |
