2008 BMW 730 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 57 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 896 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, 2008 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | 212 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 159 L |
