1944 Citroen 7 vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 4,555 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (33 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 144 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia 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 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7, 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.
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1944 Citroen 7 | 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | 7 | 375 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1944 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1303 cc | 4555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1044 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |