1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 841 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, 2007 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 212 | IS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 65 L |
