1951 Allard K1 vs. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K1 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
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:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | K1 | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
