1954 Ferrari 375 America vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari A10 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. 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 375 America | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
| Model | 375 America | A10 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| 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 | 1155 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2636 mm |
