1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 21 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 188 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Bora | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
