1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 831 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | Dino | Sorento |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |