1974 Lamborghini Bravo vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 521 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Bravo 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 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 76 L |
