1991 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 15 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 135 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 will offer significantly more control. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 100 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
