1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 385 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta, 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Beta | Bora |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
