1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1999 Kia Rio

To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 40 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 140 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1999 Kia Rio
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 250 GT Rio
Year Released 1959 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2420 mm


 

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