2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | Patriot | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
