1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 27 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 116 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Bora | Z3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |