Ferrari 340 Mexico Berlinetta (1952): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions and Features
The 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico Berlinetta was a limited production competition berlinetta developed for the Carrera Panamericana. Powered by a 4.1-liter Lampredi V12 and bodied by Vignale, the model was designed for high speed endurance racing across Mexico’s demanding road stages.
Overview
Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: 2-door berlinetta
Designer: Giovanni Michelotti at Carrozzeria Vignale
Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
Production: 1952
Aerodynamics and Design
Aero tuning: Long nose berlinetta bodywork with enclosed cockpit reduced drag for sustained high speed racing on open road stages.
Design focus: High speed stability, improved cooling and durable construction suited for the extreme conditions of the Carrera Panamericana.
Dimensions and Weight
Length: 4,250 mm (167.3 in)
Width: 1,680 mm (66.1 in)
Height: 1,300 mm (51.2 in)
Wheelbase: 2,420 mm (95.3 in)
Front track: 1,350 mm (53.1 in)
Rear track: 1,350 mm (53.1 in)
Dry weight: 900 kg (1,984 lb)
Engine and Powertrain
Engine type: Naturally aspirated 60° V12, single overhead camshaft per bank
Displacement: 4,101 cc (250.3 cu in)
Bore × stroke: 80 mm × 68 mm (3.15 in × 2.68 in)
Power: 280 hp (209 kW) at 6,600 rpm
Torque: 392 Nm (289 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm
Maximum revs: 7,000 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
Performance
0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): approximately 5.5 seconds
Top speed: 280 km/h (174 mph)
Wheels and Braking
Front brakes: Hydraulic drum brakes
Rear brakes: Hydraulic drum brakes
Front tires: 6.50 × 16
Rear tires: 6.50 × 16
Related
The models listed below share a connection with the Ferrari 340 Mexico Berlinetta.
1951 Ferrari 340 America
Photo: RM Sotheby's
The Ferrari 340 America introduced the Lampredi 4.1-liter V12 that later powered the 340 Mexico competition model.
1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico Spyder
Photo: Girardo & Co.
The Ferrari 340 Mexico Spyder was an open top variant of the Carrera Panamericana competition car, sharing the Lampredi V12 and racing purpose of the berlinetta.
1953 Ferrari 340 MM
Photo: Dirk de Jager for Supercars.net
The Ferrari 340 MM evolved the Lampredi V12 sports racer concept with further performance improvements for international endurance racing.
