2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 620 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:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F430 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
