1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | Kuga |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |