1998 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 22 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 172 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 320 | Bora |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |