1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (163 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
Because 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 6 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1465 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |