1961 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Maserati 5000 GT | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 5000 GT | Frontier |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |