1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 58 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 244 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Nano |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 37 L |
