1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 54 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 927 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 212 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 80 L |
