1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 314 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 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |