1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,554 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 185 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
