1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 54 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 78 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 375 Mille Miglia | Exige |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
