1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 353 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | F40 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |