1977 Holden GTS vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 47 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | GTS | Bora |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
