1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Bora.

Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Maserati Bora. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1974 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1974 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Maserati Bora 2008 Nissan Titan
Make Maserati Nissan
Model Bora Titan
Year Released 1974 2008
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4718 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 523 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1100 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3560 mm


 

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