2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 342 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotec C 1000 | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Lotec | Maserati |
Model | C 1000 | Bora |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1100 mm |