2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1036 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 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | SRX | 212 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 159 L |
