2007 BMW M6 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 57 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1285 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:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2330 mm |
