1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 59 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 1111 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.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 212. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 212 | S6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 80 L |