2001 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 25 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, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
