1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 58 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 375 Indy | CCX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
