1987 Austin Montego vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 318 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego, 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | Montego | Bora |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |