1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 147 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
