1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1964 Ferrari GTO is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico weights approximately 122 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 Mexico | GTO |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
