1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2004 MG ZT
To start off, 2004 MG ZT 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT weights approximately 561 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, 2004 MG ZT, 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2004 MG ZT | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 212 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
