2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Maserati Bora. 2008 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1974 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1974 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | QX56 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
