1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 33 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 212 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
