1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 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 146 more horse power than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 352 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 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1392 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
