1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 36 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 9 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 273 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 340 Mexico | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73.6 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 | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 74 L |