1998 Buick Century vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 47 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 596 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, 1998 Buick Century, 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Century | 212 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 159 L |
