2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 1973 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1973 Opel Admiral 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 1973 Opel Admiral. 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 1973 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
