1958 Buick 40 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1958 Buick 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Buick 40 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Buick 40 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | 40 | 212 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 169 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |