1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 51 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
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 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4555 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
