1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 809 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 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, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | GTO | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
