1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1386 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 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 212 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 98 L |
