1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 48 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 80 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 710 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 | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 375 Indy | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
