1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 6 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 527 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:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |
