1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 22 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | Maranello | Bora |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |