1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 43 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 630 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:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
