1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 32 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 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 732 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 52 L |
