1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 33 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Bora. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Bora. 2008 Pontiac G8 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. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Bora | G8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
