1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 57 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 131 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 523 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.
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 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 375 Mille Miglia | IS |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4555 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1567 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2728 mm |