1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 35 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 198 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ferrari 400 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 1976 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul, 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 48 L |
