2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 56 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 157 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 865 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156, 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.
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2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 156 | 375 Indy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |