2008 BMW 650 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 650 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |