1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 205 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 216 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 212 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 60 L |
