1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 375 Indy | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |