1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1990 Nissan Presea is newer by 39 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 47 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 66 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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, 1990 Nissan Presea, 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 212 | Presea |
Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |