1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 941 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 212 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 70 L |
