1952 Ferrari 340 MM vs. 1952 Ferrari 225
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 340 MM and 1952 Ferrari 225 were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,102 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 MM (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 225. (210 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 MM should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 225. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 340 MM weights approximately 239 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 225. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 MM | 1952 Ferrari 225 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 MM | 225 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4102 cc | 2713 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
