2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 52 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 483 kg more than 1954 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:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 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 | 1523 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
