2004 Audi A4 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 53 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 706 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 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 212. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 212 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 159 L |
