1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 864 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | C-Type | Compass |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
