1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 42 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 50 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 366 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, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 212 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 68 L |
