1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 55 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 774 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 212 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 60 L |
