1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1304 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 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Bora | F-150 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3378 mm |