1952 Ferrari 212 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 212. (168 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 212 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 140 L |
