1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 36 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
