1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 48 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 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 811 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 212 | Omega |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 75 L |