1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 58 L |
