2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 769 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1974 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1974 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Hummer | Maserati |
| Model | H3 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
