2006 BMW 323 vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 33 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 323 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4719 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
