1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 269 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage, 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 328 GTS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
