1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 57 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1708 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 88 L |
