1992 Innocenti 990 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1992 Innocenti 990 is newer by 16 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 255 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 715 kg more than 1992 Innocenti 990. 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, 1992 Innocenti 990, 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Innocenti 990 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Innocenti | Maserati |
| Model | 990 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |
