2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (240 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 585 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
Because 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Brera | 250 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1090 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |