1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 37 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 198 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 465 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 375 Indy | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
