1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 55 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 375 Indy | 360 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
