1975 Maserati Bora vs. 1977 Seat 127
To start off, 1977 Seat 127 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora 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 260 more horse power than 1977 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Seat 127, 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 1977 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Bora | 127 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
