1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1968 Mazda 1000 is newer by 15 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, 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4555 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
