1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 326 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 GTO | Forte |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 52 L |
