1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 32 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bora | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
