2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 556 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 458 Italia | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |
