1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 308 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
