1998 BMW 316 vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 316 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
