1952 Ferrari 212 vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1974 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 212 (168 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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 | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 212 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
