1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 48 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 106 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 675 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:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z3 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
