1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 52 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 844 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, 2007 Kia Carnival, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 GT | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
