1952 Ferrari 340 America vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 America would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 America.
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. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost has automatic transmission and 1952 Ferrari 340 America has manual transmission. 1952 Ferrari 340 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1952 Ferrari 340 America | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 340 America | Ghost |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3465 mm |