1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 27 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, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Maserati Bora | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Maserati | TVR |
Model | Bora | Tamora |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |