1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 15 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 1975 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 1975 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | 164 | Bora |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |