2008 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 119 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |