1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 35 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
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:
| 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 375 Indy | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
