1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 61 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 762 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 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 340 Mexico | S60 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
