1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |