1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 43 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 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 GT | Retona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
