1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 317 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 1973 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 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bora | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
