1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Bora | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
