1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 335 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, 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.
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1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 375 Indy | Lupo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2330 mm |