2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 322 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Jimmy | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Jimmy | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
