2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-150 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2610 mm |
