1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 55 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 131 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 628 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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira 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 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 58 L |
