1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 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 32 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 212 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 66 L |
