1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 635 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 308 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |