1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Statesman | Bora |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
