2005 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 29 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 320 | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |