2001 BMW Compact vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 27 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 113 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Compact | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
