1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 60 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 655 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.
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1951 Ferrari 212 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 212 | M3 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1655 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 63 L |