1967 Alvis TF vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 16 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 630 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TF | 212 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 159 L |
