1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 38 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 515 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX. 2012 Cadillac SRX 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. 2012 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Maserati Bora | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
Model | Bora | SRX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |