1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Kia Carens

To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 46 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 126 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 978 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

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, 2005 Kia Carens, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2005 Kia Carens
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 250 GT Carens
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 2178 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 55 L