2009 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 427 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura MDX | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | MDX | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |