1975 Maserati Bora vs. 1997 Proton Persona
To start off, 1997 Proton Persona is newer by 22 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 233 more horse power than 1997 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Proton Persona. 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, 1997 Proton Persona, 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Maserati Bora | 1997 Proton Persona | |
Make | Maserati | Proton |
Model | Bora | Persona |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |