2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | 300 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
