1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 523 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 GTE | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
