1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 496 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 1951 Ferrari 212 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 212 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 70 L |
