1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 579 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 308 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |