1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 182 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 308 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
