1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 493 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 212 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 62 L |
