2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 1972 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 1972 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Tiburon | Bora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
