1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 53 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 135 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 454 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.
Because 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Passat |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4555 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1498 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |