1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 661 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 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 212 | S |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
