1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 61 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 242 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
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, 2012 Mazda 3, 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.
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1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 375 Indy | 3 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2639 mm |