1952 Ferrari 340 MM vs. 1952 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 340 MM and 1952 Volkswagen Beetle 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 276 more horse power than 1952 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 MM should accelerate faster than 1952 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 340 MM weights approximately 387 kg more than 1952 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 MM | 1952 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 340 MM | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 4102 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 702 kg |
