1957 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1953 Ferrari 195
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 195. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 195 would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 195. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 195. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 195 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1953 Ferrari 195 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 Spider | 195 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
