1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 54 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. 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.
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1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
Model | 250 Mille Miglia | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 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 | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2636 mm |