1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 29 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 212. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 212 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
