1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 150 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 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 212. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 212 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 79 L |
