1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 52 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 272 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 250 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, 2003 Proton 400, 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 | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Proton |
| Model | 375 Indy | 400 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
