1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF 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, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 270 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 212 | TF |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 50 L |
