2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 500 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 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 612 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 612 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 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 | 1925 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |