2009 Audi TT vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 58 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 212 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 159 L |
