1952 Ferrari 212 vs. 1978 Vauxhall Royale
To start off, 1978 Vauxhall Royale is newer by 26 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Vauxhall Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Vauxhall Royale weights approximately 499 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. 1978 Vauxhall Royale has automatic transmission and 1952 Ferrari 212 has manual transmission. 1952 Ferrari 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Vauxhall Royale will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ferrari 212 | 1978 Vauxhall Royale | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 212 | Royale |
Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2561 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |