1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 743 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 1972 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave. 2011 Buick Enclave 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 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Maserati Bora | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Maserati | Buick |
Model | Bora | Enclave |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3020 mm |