1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 35 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 105 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 228 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute 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, 2007 Mazda Tribute 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Mazda Tribute 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. 2007 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bora | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
