1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 47 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 290 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
Model | 340 Mexico | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |