1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 56 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 770 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 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 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 340 Mexico | 599 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
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 | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 105 L |