1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 746 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 212 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 59 L |
