2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Bora. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
| Model | Veyron | Bora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
