1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 14 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 540 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 Superfast | 340 Mexico |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 159 L |
