1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 56 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 609 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 GT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
