1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 30 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 400 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
