1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 36 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 841 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 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.
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1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 375 Mille Miglia | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4555 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1885 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |