1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 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 261 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 455 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1951 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 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 375 Indy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
