2008 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora

To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 360 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1972 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1972 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M6 1972 Maserati Bora
Make BMW Maserati
Model M6 Bora
Year Released 2008 1972
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4999 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2610 mm


 

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