1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 135 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 208 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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1974 Maserati Bora | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Bora | Impreza |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |