1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 546 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 212 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 60 L |
