1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 29 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 154 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, 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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Bora | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Maserati | Saab |
| Model | Bora | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
