1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 946 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 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 212 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3157 mm |
