2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 36 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 56 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 2009 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Challenger | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Challenger | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |