1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 53 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 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 501 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 212 | F430 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 4307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 108 L |