1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 60 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (240 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 64 L |
