1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 44 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 138 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 320 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.

Because 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model 340 Mexico Eclipse
Year Released 1952 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4101 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 279 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 309 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2520 mm


 

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