2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 51 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1950 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:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456M | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |
