2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 56 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 495 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 340 Mexico |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 159 L |
