1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 36 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 159 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bora | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
