1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 250 GTE | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
