1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1975 Kia Brisa

To start off, 1975 Kia Brisa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1975 Kia Brisa
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 250 GT Brisa
Year Released 1959 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2270 mm


 

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