1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 62 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 104 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 970 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 375 Indy | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3210 mm |
