1976 Maserati Bora vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1976 Maserati Bora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 925 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Maserati Bora | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Maserati | Steyr |
Model | Bora | 650T |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |