1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 49 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 279 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Insight weights approximately 120 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, 1999 Honda Insight, 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 | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 375 Indy | Insight |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |