1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 48 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 50 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 340 Mexico | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
