1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 GTE | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
