1975 Maserati Bora vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 24 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 243 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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, 1999 Renault Megane, 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Bora | Megane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
