2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mondeo | Bora |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |