1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 105 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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. 1984 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 212 has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 212 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 0 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 75 L |