1975 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 408 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 80 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
