1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 346 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 212 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 60 L |
