1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 48 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.

Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 2010 Kia Borrego
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 250 GTO Borrego
Year Released 1962 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 133 L 78 L


 

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