1953 Ferrari 212 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 212 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 212 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 51 L |
