1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 32 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, both vehicles can yield 306 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Maserati Bora | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Bora | 350Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |