1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2000 Toyota Picnic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
Because 1973 Ferrari 246 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 1973 Ferrari 246. 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 246 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
