1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 34 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 171 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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, 2005 Saturn L, 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Maserati | Saturn |
| Model | Bora | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
