1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 238 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | Bora | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 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 | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |
