1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 40 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (276 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3230 mm |
