1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |