1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 28 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 159 L |
