1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.

Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico 2012 SsangYong Rexton
Make Ferrari SsangYong
Model 340 Mexico Rexton
Year Released 1952 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4101 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 279 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 309 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.1:1 17.5:1
Top Speed 229 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 159 L 78 L


 

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