1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 930 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
