1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 10 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 187 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 136 kg more than 1954 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:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 375 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1044 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
