1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 35 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 220 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.
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1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | SZ | 250 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1040 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |