Why can we immediately spot the difference between a model car and a real one even if there is nothing to compare its size to?

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Just take a look at [this picture](https://www.looksmartmodels.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/lamborghini-huracan-performante-spyder_03.jpg), you can tell immediately that its a model car even though there is nothing in the picture to compare its size to. My guess is that the paint isn’t authentic to our eyes, but are there other reasons as well?

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r/minipainting From my perspective, it’s kinda a basic mini. The detail isnt there, the textures aren’t realistic, you can see dust on it. Even if it was a real matte finish, it would still reflect more light. A glossy finish would reflect far more light as well.

If the intent was to make it realistic, there are plenty of people who can do so. It just takes a lot of time and effort.

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