1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Grand Livina 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 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 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 408 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, 2011 Nissan Grand Livina, 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2011 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 212 | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 52 L |
