2008 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4719 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1280 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |