2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | G37 | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |