1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 76 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 1972 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 1972 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1972 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1972 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Riviera | Bora |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |