1955 Ferrari 212 vs. 1954 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1955 Ferrari 212 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 212 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford 12 M.
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1955 Ferrari 212 | 1954 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 212 | 12 M |
Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |