1974 Maserati Bora vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora 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 31 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 318 kg more than 1985 TVR 390. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Maserati | TVR |
Model | Bora | 390 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |