1954 Ferrari 375 America vs. 1954 Lancia Appia
To start off, both 1954 Ferrari 375 America and 1954 Lancia Appia were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 375 America weights approximately 335 kg more than 1954 Lancia Appia.
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 375 America | 1954 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 375 America | Appia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
