1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 36 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Bora | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |