1979 Maserati Bora vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 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. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1979 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1979 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Maserati Bora | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bora | S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4897 cc | 5789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 362 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
