1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 35 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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 212 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
