1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 340 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. 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 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4555 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
