1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 55 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 911 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. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4555 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1955 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |