1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Bora | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
