1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 43 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 230 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 690 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, 1993 Lancia Thema, 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 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 375 Indy | Thema |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
