1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 58 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, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 691 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 212 | 320 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 63 L |