1995 Acura NSX vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 446 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 212 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
