1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 475 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Sorento |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 80 L |