1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 295 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 64 L |
