1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 35 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 137 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Maserati Bora | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Bora | Malibu |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2852 mm |