1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 23 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 143 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford Telstar, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Telstar | Bora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
