1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 57 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 565 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 599 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8250 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 | 1605 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
