2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 98 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Viper | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |