2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | MC12 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
