1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 45 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 Mexico | F355 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 82 L |
