1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Bora. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Bora. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Wildcat | Bora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
