1975 Maserati Bora vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 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 200 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Maserati Bora | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Bora | Celica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |