2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 27 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Crossfire | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |