2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1952 Ferrari 342 America
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 342 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 342 America would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 342 America. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 342 America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 342 America. 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:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1952 Ferrari 342 America | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 342 America |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 105 L |
