1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 494 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 308 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
