1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 62 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 844 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 212 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 68 L |
