1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 30 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 163 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
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, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira. 2005 Opel Zafira 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. 2005 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Maserati Bora | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Bora | Zafira |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |