1978 Maserati Bora vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Bora would be higher. 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 421 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bora | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4899 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
