1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 976 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 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 212. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 212 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
