1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Maserati Bora | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Murano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
