1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is newer by 11 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 217 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 438 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
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:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
