1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Picanto weights approximately 78 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto, 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 250 LM | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 35 L |
