1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1954 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. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3.3 | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
