1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1991 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Mazda 323 is newer by 40 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 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 323 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1991 Mazda 323 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 323 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:
| 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | 1991 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 375 Indy | 323 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1360 mm |
