2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 238 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 1973 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 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Punto | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
