1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 47 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 146 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 850 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1951 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 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, 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. 1998 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Intrepid | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2330 mm |
