1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bora | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
