1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 1968 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | GT 40 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 58 L |