1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 282 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 400 | Sedona |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |