1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 30 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) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 366 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Because 1974 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 1974 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Maserati Bora | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bora | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |
