1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | Testarossa | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |