1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 195 kg more than 1950 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 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GTO | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
