1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 27 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 51 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
