1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 39 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) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 450 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, 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) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Bora | Captiva |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2707 mm |