2002 Holden Frontera vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 26 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 104 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Frontera | Bora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
