1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 33 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 696 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
Model | Avanti | 212 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 159 L |