1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia 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 256 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 189 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4555 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 855 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
