1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 20 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 197 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
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, 1996 Lancia Zeta, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Zeta | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
