1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 52 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 227 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 395 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.
Because 1953 Ferrari 375 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 375 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 375 Mille Miglia | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Focus |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4555 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1435 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |