1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1971 Maserati Bora 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 1971 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
