1955 Abarth 209 vs. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, both 1955 Abarth 209 and 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,554 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 209. (65 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 209. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1955 Abarth 209. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 209 | 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 209 | 375 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |
