1985 Citroen C vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | C | Bora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
