1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 56 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 68 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4555 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 972 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
