1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 31 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 180 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (171 Nm). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Maserati Bora | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | Bora | Reno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
