1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 106 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.
Because 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Focus |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1146 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |