2009 BMW 118 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 37 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 118 | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |