1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 656 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 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 212 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
