1974 Maserati Bora vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1974 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1974 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Bora | F-150 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |