1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 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 153 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1974 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1974 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bora | 6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |