1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 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 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati 420 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
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 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 420 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
