1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1979 Maserati Bora
To start off, both 1979 Citroen GSA and 1979 Maserati Bora were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Bora weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Because 1979 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 1979 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1979 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | GSA | Bora |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
