1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 883 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 212 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 70 L |
