1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1982 Renault 18
To start off, 1982 Renault 18 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1982 Renault 18. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 18 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy 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 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 18, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | 1982 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 375 Indy | 18 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
