2009 BMW M3 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 606 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 212 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 159 L |