1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora 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 160 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 327 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
