1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1966 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 312 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,555 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 490 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 312.
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 375 Mille Miglia | 1966 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | 312 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4555 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
