1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 58 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
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, 2011 Mazda 3, 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 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 3 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1390 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |