1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 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 86 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Prelude | Bora |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |