1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,555 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 68 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. 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:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 375 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
