1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 47 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 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 950 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 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 375 Indy | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |
