2005 Lexus RX vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 687 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | RX | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 840 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
