1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 60 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 1020 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 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico has manual transmission. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 340 Mexico | A8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 90 L |
