1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 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 122 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V. 2012 Honda CR-V 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. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Bora | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | Bora | CR-V |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |