1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 117 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 512 TR | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
