1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 796 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.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 212 | E |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 70 L |
