1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250 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:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 2400 | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
