1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 30 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bora | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
