1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 33 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 192 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Maserati Bora 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 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Maserati Bora | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Primera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
