2005 Audi S4 vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Bora. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S4 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
