1957 Ferrari 212 vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 212 would be higher. 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 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 212 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 212 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 57 L |
