1952 Ferrari 212 vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 212 and 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,255 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 955 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 212.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 212 | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2561 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 108 L |
