1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 212 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 70 L |
