1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta

To start off, 2000 Toyota Caserta is newer by 28 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 235 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Caserta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 489 kg more than 2000 Toyota Caserta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (140 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Caserta. 2000 Toyota Caserta 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. 2000 Toyota Caserta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Maserati Bora 2000 Toyota Caserta
Make Maserati Toyota
Model Bora Caserta
Year Released 1972 2000
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4719 cc 1995 cc
Horse Power 306 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 140 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 936 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2460 mm


 

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