1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 34 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 129 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Maserati Bora | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Bora | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2737 mm |
