1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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:
| 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
