2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 31 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 232 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. 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, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Ikon | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2610 mm |