1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 21 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus, 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Taurus | Bora |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 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 | 1404 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |