1978 Maserati Bora vs. 1978 Opel Senator

To start off, both 1978 Maserati Bora and 1978 Opel Senator were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Maserati Bora weights approximately 111 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Maserati Bora 1978 Opel Senator
Make Maserati Opel
Model Bora Senator
Year Released 1978 1978
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4899 cc 1979 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 115 HP
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1100 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2690 mm


 

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