1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 America
To start off, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 America would be higher. 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 117 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 America. (218 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 340 America weights approximately 50 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | 1952 Ferrari 340 America | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | 340 America |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
