1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 11 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Bora | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
