1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa

To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. Both 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia and 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa are equipped with a 2,953 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.

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:

1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 250 Mille Miglia 250 Testarossa
Year Released 1954 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 7200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 800 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2360 mm


 

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