1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 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 100 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 856 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 GT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
