1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber 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 188 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 646 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 375 Indy | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2634 mm |
