1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 582 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.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 212 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 68 L |
