1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 376 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 212 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
