1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Silverado | Bora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
