1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 755 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
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:
| 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Ferrari | Studebaker |
| Model | 375 Indy | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2980 mm |
