1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 37 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 161 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 605 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1950 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 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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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1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Conquest | 375 Indy |
Year Released | 1987 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |