1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 222 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Lotec | Maserati |
Model | Testa de Oro | Bora |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4719 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 900 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 | 1650 kg | 1428 kg |