1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 707 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-150 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
