1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 146 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 308 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1511 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 |