1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1979 Dodge Mirada is newer by 25 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 656 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.
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1979 Dodge Mirada | 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Mirada | 375 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1044 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |