2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 291 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
