1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1995 Ford Galaxy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 364 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Because 1974 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 1974 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Galaxy | Bora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
