1952 Ferrari 212 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 58 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 212. (168 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 212 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 115 L |
