1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 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 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 70 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 375 Indy | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2280 mm |
