1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 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 146 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2004 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Bora | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bora | 6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
