1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 507 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 GT | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
