1995 Acura Legend vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 44 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 671 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.
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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | Legend | 212 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 159 L |