2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 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 224 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Maserati Bora 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 1972 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1972 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1972 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Jazz | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |