2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
| Model | Chiron | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1100 mm |
