1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1994 Ford Mustang

To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (212 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 430 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.

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. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia 1994 Ford Mustang
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 250 Mille Miglia Mustang
Year Released 1954 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 4940 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 238 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1470 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2580 mm


 

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