1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 24 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 341 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 159 L |
