1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1976 Maserati Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Centura | Bora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
