1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 39 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, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora. 2011 BMW X5 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. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Bora | X5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2934 mm |