1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2008 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 307 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.

Because 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Ferrari 365 BB 2008 Kia Sportage
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 365 BB Sportage
Year Released 1973 2008
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4388 cc 1974 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 184 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.1:1
Top Speed 282 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2640 mm


 

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