1976 Maserati Bora vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora 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 143 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Maserati Bora | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Bora | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |