1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2009 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 242 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.

Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari 328 GTS 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 328 GTS Sportage
Year Released 1990 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3186 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 58 L


 

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