1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1973 Morris Traveller is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | Bora | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
