1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 721 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer. 2013 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Maserati Bora | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Bora | Explorer |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |