2008 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 32 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 193 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 316 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 316 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |