1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1965 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 13 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 500 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 340 Mexico | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 75 L |