2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 36 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 121 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Traverse | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
