1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 56 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 (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 212 has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 212 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1494 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 63 L |
