2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Bora. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Bora. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Silverado | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2610 mm |
