1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 517 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1557 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |