1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 33 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) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 146 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Bora | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
