1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 35 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, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Bora. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi R8. (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Bora | R8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
