1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1982 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1982 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 506 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1982 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 212 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 86 L |
