1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 558 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Italdesign | Nissan |
| Model | Nazca | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
