1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
