2004 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 31 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 323 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka, 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ka | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
