1959 Maserati Tipo 61 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 48 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo 61 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |
