1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 588 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, 2003 Mercury Sable, 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 212 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 85 L |
