1964 Maserati Mistral vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 188 kg more than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1964 Maserati Mistral 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 1964 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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, 1964 Maserati Mistral (315 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Mistral | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Maserati | Jeep |
| Model | Mistral | Compass |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3486 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
