1952 Ferrari 212 vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 212 and 1952 Jaguar C-Type were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 212. (168 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 15 kg more than 1952 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 212 | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 212 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
