2009 BMW 320 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 601 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, 2009 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 212 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 159 L |
