1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 60 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 90 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 375 Indy | X3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |
