1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1956 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,555 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 14 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 375 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1044 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
