1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 746 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | 212 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |