1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1969 Honda S600 is newer by 15 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. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. 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:
| 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | S600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 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 | 725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
