1974 Maserati Bora vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1974 Maserati Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Bora | Firenza |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |