2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Compass | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
