1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 882 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 212 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
