2005 BMW 535 vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1974 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1974 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 535 | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |