1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1953 Porsche 356
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,555 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 229 kg more than 1953 Porsche 356. 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 Mille Miglia | 1953 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | 356 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4555 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 815 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
