1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic

To start off, 2000 Toyota Picnic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 155 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 1955 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Ferrari 250 GT 2000 Toyota Picnic
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 250 GT Picnic
Year Released 1955 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 181 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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