1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 1972 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 1972 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1972 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1972 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bora | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |