1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 57 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 1 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 212 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
