1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 61 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 651 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 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 212 | Aventador |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 90 L |
