1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 26 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 158 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 328 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Bora | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Bora | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
