2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | Compass | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1610 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
