2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 38 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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1971 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Maserati Bora. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | STS-V | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
