1959 Maserati Tipo 61 vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
Because 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Tipo 61 | Pintara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2890 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |