1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 37 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 621 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 1975 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 1975 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Maserati Bora | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Maserati | Dodge |
Model | Bora | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3078 mm |