2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 54 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 231 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 576 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, 2004 Citroen C5, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C5 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
