1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 22 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 436 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | 212 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
