1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 30 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 706 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 212 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |