2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 529 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
