1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 250 GT | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
