1974 Maserati Bora vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 19 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 45 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Maserati Bora | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Bora | 964 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
