1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ferrari 308 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 1978 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 308 | Juke |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |