1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
