1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 58 L |
