1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 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 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 375 Indy | 996 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |