1957 Ferrari 212 vs. 1957 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 1957 Ferrari 212 and 1957 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. (34 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 212 | 1957 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 212 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
