2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 32 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 612 | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 470 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |