1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 685 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. 2000 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 212 has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 212 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 63 L |
