1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 944 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
