1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 49 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 690 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 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 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 340 Mexico | 360 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 375 Nm |
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 | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |