1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 50 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 50 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 371 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 212 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |