1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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 12 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 351 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 212 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 132 L |
