2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Rondo | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
