1975 Maserati Bora vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1975 Maserati Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Maserati Bora | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Bora | Commodore |
Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |