2009 BMW 523 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 131 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 523 | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |