1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 40 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) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 655 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Maserati Bora. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Bora | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2896 mm |
