2007 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1265 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |