1955 Ferrari 212 vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 212 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 77 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 212 | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 212 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
