1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 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 50 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1999 Porsche 996 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 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 375 Indy | 996 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |