1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 36 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 291 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 212 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
