2001 Ford EX vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 30 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, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1971 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | EX | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
