1961 Dodge Polara vs. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1961 Dodge Polara is newer by 6 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 5,907 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Dodge Polara. (301 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1961 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Dodge Polara weights approximately 485 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:
| 1961 Dodge Polara | 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Polara | 375 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5907 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
