2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 383 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Jeep | AC |
| Model | Compass | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1393 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
