1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 374 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT 40 | Juke |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 50 L |