1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 50 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 1000 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 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 375 Indy | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
