1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 340 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 250 GT | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
