2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 27 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 441 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | Quattroporte | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |