1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 58 L |
