2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 658 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 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 212 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 159 L |
