2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 48 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Because 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Berlingo | 340 Mexico |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
