1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 20 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Bora. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 470 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B6 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
