1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
