1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 340 Mexico | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 67 L |
