1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 500 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 212 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
