1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (240 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. 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 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 100 L |
