2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival 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 169 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Carnival | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
