1976 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 149 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Because 1976 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 1976 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Maserati Bora | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Bora | Maxima |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |