1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 78 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 250 Mille Miglia | Civic |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 840 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |