1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 53 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 111 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (224 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 466 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1506 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |