2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 54 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 810 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 212 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 159 L |
