1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Maserati Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 308 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
