1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 37 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 891 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 212 | LS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
