1975 Maserati Bora vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 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 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Bora. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Bora. 1997 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Maserati Bora | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Bora | W12 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |