2005 BMW X5 vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 31 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 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | X5 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
