1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 33 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 158 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bora | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
