2007 Lexus RX vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | RX | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 4718 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 | 287 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
