1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 108 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 308 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2634 mm |
