1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 93 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Maserati | Jeep |
| Model | Bora | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
