1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 250 GTO | Sorento |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 80 L |