1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 48 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 163 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1025 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 375 Indy | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
