1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 160 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 343 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | 160 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
