1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F40 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
