2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 33 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 126 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 282 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Because 1971 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Caravan | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
