1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 34 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 167 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 307. 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, 2010 Peugeot 307, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Bora | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Bora | 307 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
